Hugo Gatti, a famous Argentine goalkeeper known as “El Loco,” has died at the age of 80. He was in the hospital for 60 days after having hip surgery.
Gatti played a record 765 games in Argentina’s top soccer league, mostly for Boca Juniors, where he won many important titles, including the Copa Libertadores. He was known for his unique style of playing outside the goal area, which was unusual for goalkeepers. The Argentine Football Association and Boca Juniors shared their sadness about his passing and remembered him as a soccer legend.
Gatti’s passing is a significant loss for the football community, and many fans and former players have taken to social media to express their condolences and share memories of his impact on the game. His legacy as one of Argentina’s greatest goalkeepers will undoubtedly live on in the hearts of soccer enthusiasts.
